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About The Book: "The Virgin of the Sun" by H. Rider Haggard, published in 1922, immerses readers in the captivating tale of Leonard Outram, an Englishman on a quest during the Spanish conquest of Peru. In search of his missing brother, Leonard encounters Ysabel, the last Inca royal descendant. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of the ancient Inca civilization, facing treacherous enemies like the sinister priest Huascar. As they navigate the Andes Mountains, the duo relies on wits and courage to survive, unveiling truths about the Virgin of the Sun. This thrilling adventure weaves action, romance, and mystery, providing a vivid glimpse into Inca history, culture, and the transformative impact of European colonization on South America. Hubert of Hastings narrates this epic, expressing his fate as a wanderer through the rune-inscribed sword passed down from his ancestor, Thorgrimmer, shaping his tale with a pen crafted from a great eagle's wing feather in the distant land of Tavantinsuyu. About The Author: Henry Rider Haggard (1856-1925), a celebrated English writer is famous for his adventure novels set in exotic locales, especially Africa, and is a pioneer of the lost world genre. His literary contributions offer a lighter side of Victorian literature and continue to influence readers. Despite modest education, he worked as a government official in South Africa and fell in love but couldn't marry due to financial constraints. Upon returning to England, he pursued a law career but soon transitioned to writing. Haggard's adventure tales, such as "King Solomon's Mines" and "She," are enduring classics with a unique portrayal of native populations. In later life, he vehemently opposed Bolshevism and shared a close friendship with Rudyard Kipling. The Title 'The Virgin of the Sun written/authored/edited by H. Rider Haggard ', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121275590 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 320 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Fiction, Fantasy, Action & Adventure,. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-